The Bay Church of England School

URN: 136013 • Sandown PO36 9BA

Overview

Name
The Bay Church of England School
URN
136013
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
All-through
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
75.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Duncan Mills (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01983403284
Website
Visit
Address
Winchester Park Road, Sandown PO36 9BA

Summary

The Bay Church of England School, located in Sandown on the Isle of Wight, is a voluntary controlled all-through school catering for students aged 4 to 16. With a current enrolment of 1,249 pupils and a capacity of 1,470, the school aims to provide a supportive educational environment grounded in Christian values. The ethos of the school emphasizes inspiring learners and fostering a sense of community, encouraging students to excel academically and personally.

The school operates across two sites and offers a diverse curriculum designed to meet the needs of all students. The Bay CE School promotes a strong sense of belonging through its House System, which encourages healthy competition and leadership opportunities among pupils. This system is complemented by various extracurricular activities and community events that enhance the overall educational experience.

The Executive Headteacher, Duncan Mills, invites prospective parents to visit the school and witness its vibrant community firsthand. The school is committed to maintaining high educational standards while ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a nurturing environment.

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Key details

LA
Isle of Wight
Age range
4 - 16
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1470
Pupils
1249
Boys
634
Girls
615
FSM %
25.50
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Isle of Wight

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1249 634 615 1470 25.50
2024-09-11 1290 703 587 1470 25.40
2023-09-11 1255 654 601 1470 26.10
2022-09-11 1255 654 601 1470 26.10
2021-09-11 1281 656 625 1470 25.80
2020-09-11 1259 645 614 1470 20.00

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